familyscale
Familyscale is a term used in social science research to describe a composite measurement of family functioning and resilience. It refers to a family-centered assessment instrument or scoring system designed to capture multiple dimensions of family life, including cohesion, adaptability, communication quality, caregiving burden, economic stability, and social support networks. The concept is used in studies of child development, mental health, and public policy to understand how family processes relate to outcomes.
Variants of the familyscale typically use standardized survey items with Likert-type responses, administered via self-report or
Familyscale is not a single universally adopted instrument; several research groups have developed independent versions, which
Strengths of familyscale include its multidimensionality and suitability for longitudinal tracking; limitations include potential cultural bias,